O’Keeffe knows the score

JOHN O’KEEFFE has a very clear idea of what he expects from his players if Ireland are to be successful in the International Rules Series against Australia later in this month.

Announcing his 27-strong squad at a press reception in Croke Park yesterday, he said that his side must ensure quick, accurate kicking to avoid losing possession in tackles.

Expressing regret at the loss of first-choice captain Seamus Moynihan through injury, O'Keeffe is adamant Graham Canty will be a capable replacement. However, he added that Armagh captain Kieran McGeeney, who had been expected to take over the role in Moynihan's absence, would still have an important role to play.